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Demis Hassabis — Education: PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience, University College London; BA in Computer Science, University of Cambridge

Verdictpartial85%
1 check · 6/1/2026

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Demis Hassabis
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Education
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PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience, University College London; BA in Computer Science, University of Cambridge
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Double first in Computer Science from Queens' College, Cambridge

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partial85%primaryHaiku 4.5 · 6/1/2026

NoteThe claim states: 'PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience, University College London; BA in Computer Science, University of Cambridge' with additional context of 'Double first in Computer Science from Queens' College, Cambridge'. The source confirms: (1) PhD in cognitive neuroscience from UCL (2009), (2) Computer Science degree from Cambridge with a double first from Queens' College (1997). However, the source lists his Cambridge degree as 'MA' (Master of Arts), not 'BA' (Bachelor of Arts). In the UK system, Cambridge awards MA degrees to graduates, which is technically a postgraduate degree by convention but represents the undergraduate qualification. This is a partial match because the degree type designation differs slightly from what the claim states, though the substance (Computer Science, double first, Cambridge) is confirmed.

Case № f_dH1aB2cD3eFiled 6/1/2026Confidence 85%